HAO Law Blog
How Does Utah Law Address Non-compete Agreements and Trade Secret Protection for Businesses?
When you run a business, your employees (and former employees) present many risks. For example, what if one forms a business similar to your own – or joins a competing business? Or what if one sells your confidential information – recipes, formulas, client lists, and...
How Can I Minimize Estate Taxes for My Beneficiaries in Utah?
By the time of your passing, the government will already have taken thousands – and perhaps even millions – from your hard-earned wealth. You're probably not in love with that reality, although you prefer it over going to prison for tax evasion. But do you know what's...
Available Options for Resolving Business Disputes in Utah
It takes a strong will to do business. Naturally, that means the business world is filled with strong-willed people. When two of them don't see eye to eye on an important matter, the resulting dispute can take years to settle. Several courts handle business disputes....
From Formation to Fundraising: The Comprehensive Guide to Legal Services for Nonprofits
When starting or running a non-profit, the importance of having a firm grasp on the spectrum of legal services available to you cannot be overstated. From the moment you have that initial idea to the daily operations of your organization, legal services shape the...
Do I Need an Estate Plan If I Don’t Have a Large Estate?
When it comes to estate planning, there's a common misconception that it's only for the wealthy. But the truth is, estate planning is important for everyone, regardless of the size of your assets. Understanding how it can benefit you will help in making informed...
8 Key Steps to Forming a Business Entity
Embarking on the journey of forming a business entity is a thrilling venture. It's an opportunity to bring your entrepreneurial vision to life and make a significant impact in the marketplace. However, alongside the excitement comes the legal complexities and...
Understanding How Compensation Is Determined in Personal Injury Cases
When an individual is injured due to someone else's negligence or intentional act, a personal injury case might arise. The primary objective of a personal injury lawsuit is to compensate the injured person, known as the plaintiff, for the losses sustained from the...
Estate Planning: What Is a Will, and What Should Be Included in It?
You are probably already familiar with the concept of a will. Also known as a "last will and testament," it is a legal document which details how you would like your property to be distributed after your passing. The practice of writing wills dates back over 2,500...
How Do I Know If I Have a Valid Personal Injury Case?
How Do I Know If I Have a Valid Personal Injury Case? If you have suffered a personal injury, then you may not necessarily have legal recourse. As an example, consider an act of God: a severe, unanticipated natural event for which no human is responsible. It may be...
The Indispensable Cornerstone: Why Every Small Business Needs a Business Lawyer
We're all throwing the dice, playing the game, moving our pieces around the board, but if there's a problem, the lawyer is the only person that has read the inside of the top of the box. – Jerry Seinfeld You may know your business inside and out, but your professional...
What Types of Accidents Fall Under Personal Injury Law?
There are many fields of law. Their names are self-descriptive for the most part. Corporate law deals with corporations. Constitutional law deals with the document George Washington once called "the guide which I will never abandon." Animal law, as you probably...
Utah Franchise Laws: Considerations for Franchisors and Franchisees
Maybe you're opening the newest location of a business that has already been market tested and approved. Or maybe you're a franchise salesman, a business broker, or an entrepreneur with a growing brand. Franchisees and franchisors share something big in common: both...